Michael D.

Farmer
E: MichaelDFarmer@gmail.com M: 412.506.0774 Austin, TX 78757 www.linkedin.com/in/michaeldfarmer

Mechanical Engineer
Experienced, driven, and detail-oriented Mechanical Engineer with unique transdisciplinary training. Expertise includes control
systems, nonlinear vibrations, mechanical vibrations, mechatronics, rotating equipment, and magnetic materials. Plans, executes,
and troubleshoots diverse projects. Strong computer-aided design, drafting, and prototyping skills maximizes feasibility while
minimizing costs. Communicates effectively across disciplines. Produces quality deliverables that exceed expectations in tight
deadlines. Core competencies are highlighted below:

Parametric 3D Modeling (CAD) Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Project Planning
Project Lifecycle Management Build Planning First Article Inspection Strategic Planning Client Relations
Software Utilization Rapid Prototyping & Fabrication Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) Tolerance Analysis
Mathematical Modeling & Analysis Statistical Analysis

Computer Skills
Computer-aided Design: Autodesk Inventor CATIA SolidWorks Adobe Illustrator Inventor HSM AutoCAD
Mathematical & Statistical Modeling/Analysis: Oracle Crystal Ball Mathematica Simulink MATLAB Minitab
Project Lifecycle Management and Dissemination: Windchill PLM Microsoft (MS) Word MS Excel MS Access
Programming Languages: Visual Basic Java

Technical Prototyping & Fabrication Skills

Laser Cutting Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Waterjet CNC Milling Vertical Milling Metal Lathe Metrology
3D Printing Injection Molding Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) Welding Woodworking

Relevant Professional Experience

STANLEY BLACK AND DECKER / DEWALT Advanced Brushless Motors Division Towson, MD 2016 Present
A world-wide leader in power tool design and manufacturing
Senior Engineer
Oversaw motor redesign for $10M+ value improvement project including design, production, assembly, testing, and analysis.
Lead all projects related to hard magnetic materials evaluation including specification of equipment and dissemination efforts.
Managed multiple parallel projects including coordination between multiple domestic and international teams.
Development of design analysis tools, e.g. Monte Carlo stack-up analysis, shaft analysis calculator (stress, fatigue, etc.).

FLUID SEALING INTERNATIONAL Coraopolis, PA 2014 2016

Industrial parts manufacturer of cartridge mechanical seals for various applications (e.g. petrochemical, cryogenics)
Lead Mechanical Engineer / Applications Engineer
Developed and implemented a product realization process to improve on-time delivery metrics in accordance with ISO 9001.
Collaborated closely with machinists and customers to improve part quality, manufacturing, installation, and troubleshooting.
Designed products and prepared detailed failure mode analysis reports (e.g. repair proposals, reliability recommendations).
Performed critical repairs, redesigns, system inspections, and installations saving customers millions of dollars in revenue.

RED ANT LASER COMPANY Pittsburgh, PA 2013 2014

Start-up company producing a portable laser cutter that could be used for traditional horizontal and vertical cutting and engraving
Founder and Mechanical Engineer
Founded hardware startup company (co-owner) producing portable CNC robotic platforms including a portable laser cutter.
Designed and fabricated prototype mechatronic components and led troubleshooting of all mechanical system components.

Education
Masters of Science in Mechanical Engineering MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY East Lansing, MI 2011
Bachelors of Arts in Mathematical Science OAKLAND UNIVERSITY Rochester, MI 2006